BEEFY CHIPOTLE-COCOA CHILI

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It has been so freezing lately, so I've been cooking a lot of stews, curries and chilis. I came up with this one to use up some ingredients. I thought it was tasty, warming and a meal in itself.

Provided by rpgaymer

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 3h45m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 23

1 -2 tablespoon olive oil
1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef
2 tablespoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
3 teaspoons cumin
1 tablespoon cocoa powder
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
2 (15 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes
2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, with liquid
1 (15 ounce) can corn, drained & rinsed
2 -3 tomatoes, chopped
1 onion, diced
2 -3 chipotle peppers, seeded & minced
2 cups water
1 yellow squash or 1 zucchini, halved & chopped into bite-size pieces
1/2 bunch cilantro, minced
6 -8 epazote leaves, minced (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large pot, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef, and cook until browned, about 5-8 minutes. Drain off excess fat.
  • To the pot, add all other ingredients except for last three (squash/zucchini, cilantro and epazote leaves). Be sure to include the can liquid when adding the black beans- it's yummy.
  • Bring mixture to a boil, then decrease heat to very low & simmer uncovered for 2-3 hours. Try to mix the chili every 15-30 minutes, especially near the end of the cooking time. Adjust for seasoning near the end as well.
  • Add the squash/zucchini, stir and cook for a further 15-20 minutes, or until the vegetables are cooked through. When done, remove from heat, then stir in the cilantro and epazote leaves.
  • Serve with tortilla chips and top with yummy things like queso fresco, cotija cheese or Mexican crema.

Alisha Zainab
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I'm not usually a fan of chili, but this one was really good. The cocoa added a really nice touch.


aliyanna brunson
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This chili was a big hit at my last party. Everyone loved the unique flavor.


Tiny Asteroid
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I was really impressed with this chili. It had a great flavor and it was really easy to make.


Layla Percival
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This chili is super easy to make and it tastes delicious. I'll definitely be making it again.


FUN WITH SAAD
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I've tried many chili recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. The combination of flavors is amazing.


Jeff Mirer
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I made this chili for my family and they loved it. It's a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Kristian Wiseman
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This is my new favorite chili recipe. It's so flavorful and hearty.


Nawang Lama
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I love how this chili is a bit different from the traditional recipes. The chipotle and cocoa give it a really unique flavor.


Binod Sodari
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This chili is so easy to make and it's absolutely delicious. I'll definitely be making it again.


Yaqoub Ameer
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I was skeptical about the cocoa in this recipe, but it actually adds a really nice depth of flavor.


princess marriana
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I've made this chili several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold day.


Evelyn Kuna
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This chili was a hit at my last party. Everyone raved about the flavor.


Mahamudul Hauk
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I love this recipe! The chipotle and cocoa give it a really unique flavor.


Shekhu Gamer
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I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves a flavorful and hearty chili. It's perfect for a cold day.


Raju Ahmeeed
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This dish is so tasty. It will be a regular in our house!


Estela Gonzalez
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This chili is amazing! The flavors are so rich and complex, and the chipotle and cocoa add a really unique touch. I will definitely be making this again.